Discover thousands of books and authors, plus get exclusives on new releases, bestsellers, and more, at. In south africa, 200,000 books were downloaded in the last 12 months. Theres a new book club on the block, and if books are your thing, you definitely dont want to miss this. Business publishers directory listing 1 to 10 of 774 business publishing companies page 1 of 78 of all the publishing houses listed in the directory of business publishers. A few tips on getting published exclusive books blog. New africa books, incorporating david philip publishers, is one of south africa s oldest and most prestigious independent publishing houses. How long will it take from the time i deliver my manuscript to publication. According to the industry survey released by the publishers association of south africa pasa in 2006, the south african book sector records a staggering r5 billion netturnover. Possibilities for fiction publishing on the continent have opened up beyond south africa, to kenya, nigeria, zimbabwe and uganda. South african magazines cover stories, in this issue, competitions, promotions. In this section you can find 87 publishers in africa registered on our portal.
To change your company listing please contact the pasa office directly. Our readers value our independent comment and analysis which gives them insight they can act on and fresh ideas for conducting business on the. Business publishers directory of south africa list of. Penguin random house south africa comprises the imprints penguin books. Books hold knowledge, experiences of enlightened minds, saving and preserving their thoughts and experiences for the benefit of others, both in the now and in the future. Pasa is the largest publishing industry body in south africa, committed to creativity, literacy, the free flow of ideas and encouraging a culture of reading. Dec 26, 2019 in this post, we listed book publishers in south africa. Sep 03, 2015 2015 is an exciting year of discovery and celebration of south africas local initiatives in the field of childrens book publishing.
If a decision is made to publish a manuscript, penguin books south africa will make you an offer based on what we believe to be the sales potential of the book in our market. In south africa s small market, where even bestsellers do not equate to huge numbers of books sold, self publishing makes financial sense. The whole market is in transition, and the traditional publishers are being left behind, since they are not adapting quickly. See phone numbers, business hours, map and directions find the nearest plumber to your location for information regarding covid19 in south africa, please visit za. Agents insight into the south africas childrens book. Box 14373, kenwyn 7780, south africa tel 021 797 5101. If the offer is accepted, a publishing contract containing details of royalty payments and the rights and obligations of both parties will be drawn up. List of book publishers in south africa south africa lists. Africa analyst provides objective commentary as well as, business statistical and economic information to a continent that is emerging. Expert information to ensure learning continues, even if it cant happen in person. Crink is a digital publishing space, where authors can publish, sell, market and distribute their work in an online customised environment. Newspaper book e book magazine journal digital content map.
Where light shines through walking through front doors electric graffiti the ultimate south african business companion 5th wise. The south african journal of business management publishes articles that have real significance for management theory and practice. In the second part of the made in africa series, i am talking to a few publishers and platforms that promote african publishing in the above countries. Magazine subscriptions, rates, rate card, contact details, press releases, information. Leading this stable is leadership magazine, an institution among south. New africa books, incorporating david philip publishers, is one of south africas oldest and most prestigious independent publishing houses. Quickfox publishing is your professional book publishing partner. Jonathan ball publishers also act as agents for british and american publishers, marketing and distributing books on their behalf in southern africa. Bk publishing is a pretoriabased publishing house and design studio with big. Leading this stable is leadership magazine, an institution among south african magazines providing intelligence and insight since 1978. Promote and protect the rights and responsibilities of the publishing sector in south africa. There are various companies in south africa that provide selfpublishing options both online and as a printed book. Publishers toolbox is an innovative digital product and platform business that provides. Publishers in south africa best publishers powered by brabys.
The companies are divided into suppliers for book publishing, internet publishing, newspaper publishing. Jonathan ball publishers is the leading publishers and distributors of english general books in south africa. With a history stretching back over 45 years, new africa books currently publishes literary and educational books for adults, children and young adults in all south african languages. Each publisher has its own manuscript submission requirements. Manuscript submissions verity publishers south africa. Business is the international website for the worldwide business service industry. This book is uniquely african in its context and explores. African publishing is the new frontier, kenyan novelist ngugi wa thiongo said at the international publishers associations africa rising summit on june and 14 in nairobi. One of south africas better known online publishers is crink. David philip is now one of the imprints under the new africa books publishing group, hence it is good to see some more songololo picture books starting to appear. To view a list of business publishing companies by country please select a country. Books and publishing department of sports, arts and culture. Our work in the higher education market extends beyond just publishing books. Cape media corporation is south africa s leading publisher of specialist business to business magazines, with titles covering all major sectors of industry.
For a quick faq on getting published in south africa, read this guide from the publishers association of south africa. South africa, the drc and kenya, all drawn together by one common thread. Pasa is the largest publishing industry body in south africa, and is committed to creativity, literacy, the free flow of ideas and encouraging a culture of reading. Media24 lifestyle, publishers of south africas top lifestyle and magazine brands has aligned. As mentioned, in south africa, most publishers will accept a manuscript directly from writers check their websites to see publishers. Quickfox publishing is your professional book publishing.
Note that we have temporarily suspended pte academic testing in south africa. We publish the work of southern african women writers. Electronic versions of your full manuscript should be in one file and not separate chapters. And the best news is that its all online, so you dont have to venture very far to get all the latest news on our new books, great competitions and fabulous events. Mbs book publishing and printing is a division of mokoena business services. Juta gariep is one of its imprints, which handles youth publishing, as distinct from school textbooks. We offer a professional onestop book publishing service, as well as standalone editorial, graphic design, typesetting. The author argues, in contrast to prevailing views held both in south africa and the west, that rather than resulting from capitalism, apartheid is. In this book, miriam depicts three contrasting worlds. Modjaji books is an independent publishing company based in cape town, south africa. Quickfox publishing offers a onestop professional book publishing and distribution. Publish a book with penguin penguin books south africa.
The 10 best book publishers in kwazulu natal region. We offer a professional onestop book publishing service, as well as standalone editorial, graphic design, typesetting, production, printing, ebook and distribution services for authors and companies who seek professional input, highquality production, and a team who is willing to go the extra mile. Who can i consult if i have general enquiries about publishing in south africa. With a history stretching back over 45 years, new africa books currently publishes literary and educational books for adults, children and young adults in all south. Africa check is a nonpartisan organisation that exists to factcheck claims made in the public arena, impartially and fairly, and publish the results. This is an online version of the pasa membership contact details. Written for students, laypersons, and scholars who seek a deeper understanding of the roots of apartheid in south africa, this book focuses upon the relationship between apartheid and capitalism. Electric book works, cape town, publishing innovation. Bumble books named africas best childrens publishers.
You have spent many hours working on your book and to neglect having it structurally edited. Oxford university press southern africa is an educational publisher with 100 years of experience in south africa, publishing for schools and higher education. Cls publishers is a vibrant south african publishing company that has brought a visionary and innovative full service publishing model into the south african educational publishing arena cls publishers services the public and private tvet colleges all material is developed by teams of leading experts in the field. How many copies does the average general book in south africa sell. We recognise the power of education to uplift and equip individuals and communities to better their lives. Learning is a neverending road of discovery, challenge, inspiration, and wonder. How long should i wait once i have submitted my manuscript before i phone the publisher. The new company, known as random house struik pty ltd, brought together two of the countrys most prominent book publishers. And the best news is that its all online, so you dont have to venture very far to get all the latest news on our new books. Russia 51 rwanda 2 saint vincent and the grenadines 1 san marino 1 saudi arabia 5 senegal 6 serbia 10 singapore 34 slovakia 28 slovenia south africa 34 south.
How to get published publishers association of south africa. Publishing your book yourself makes sense for a number of reasons. Meetse a bophelo the water of life is a social entrepreneurship imprint of bk publishing that aims to foster a love for books and reading, as well as build literacy levels and empower currently disadvantaged communities in south africa. Jan 16, 2019 pan macmillan south africa is a trading division of macmillan publishers international limited, specialising in english fiction, nonfiction and childrens books. List of book publishing, magazine publishing, publishers association, publishing agents. Below is a list of publishers who provide content through allafrica, including their contact information and, where applicable, a web site address. We specialise in south african history, politics and current affairs and also publish fiction. The publishers and distributors listed on this page are publishers and distributors in africa and around the world that either focus exclusively on africa related books or publish a significant number of books on africa each year. Lists all south african magazines, international magazines, imported magazines and comics. September 21, 2018 by hiten vyas 7 comments book publishing companies in south africa. A south african company was named the best childrens publisher on the continent at the bologna childrens book fair in italy. But it also means that you have to take responsibility for the success of your book. Publishers international board on books for young people. In august 2008 random house south africa and struik publishers announced their merger to create a significant new player in the african book publishing industry.
Quickfox publishing is a leading custom publishing company in south africa. This portal is an active b2b website for all business service providers and their products like business services. In south africa, many publishers accept manuscripts directly from writers. Bumble books of noordhoek was among many publishing houses, publishers associations and other book institutions that took part in this annual event, which ran from 4 to 7 april 2016. Bumble books, childrens book imprint of publishing print matters, was nominated for the bologna prize for the best publishers of the year africa. You can contact the publishers association of south africa pasa on 021 4252721 who will be able to answer most questions on publishing and publishers in the country. Jonathan ball publishers was founded in 1976 to publish books of an independent character that enlighten. We deliver an unparalleled level of personalised service, support and training to implement learning solutions in south africa. Whether its in the classroom, at home, or in the workplace, learning is the key to. Verity publishers is a publishing company located in south africa, we publish books of all kinds, including childrens books, academic books, fiction and non fiction.
Please select a country afghanistan albania algeria american samoa andorra angola anguilla antarctica antigua and barbuda argentina armenia aruba australia austria azerbaijan. The new company, known as random house struik pty ltd, brought together two of the countrys most prominent book publishers under the. Dublin business wirethe publishing of books and other publications in south africa 2019 report has been added to s offering. The book, how to get your book published in 30 relatively easy steps by basil van rooyen penguin books south africa is also a valuable source for south african authors. The content of the journal falls into two categories. Book publishers of south africa list of book publishing. Corporate social investments with the many developmental and social upliftment issues facing south africa, oxford university press southern africas socioeconomic development policy operates in such a way that it adds value, is sustainable and has clear developmental outcomes. The publishers association of south africa aims to. The fight to improve publishing in africa publishers weekly. Authors of business books, the motivational and psychologyselfhelp genre, christian.
Cengage is a leading provider of digital online resources and platforms. Pasa members publishers association of south africa. We specialise in south african history, politics and. Books are an important part of the growth and development of any culture. Dublin business wirefeb 7, 2020the publishing of books and other publications in south africa 2019 report has been added to s offering publishing of books and other publications. Overseas, publishers often work exclusively through agents and will reject unsolicited manuscripts. View 141 suppliers of book publishers in south africa on including nam publishers cc, macmillan publishers services pty ltd, media24 ltd, the citizen ltd. We currently receive page views from over 100 countries. We specialise in south african history, politics and current affairs. Self publish of extreme importance for any writer who selfpublishes their book is the quality of the end product. For many people, learning is the route to a job to support their family or the skills to help them progress in their career. Box 46962, glosderry 7702, 99 garfield road, claremont 7700, south africa.
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